Animal Caretakers Salary in Central Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $26,030 -22.2% vs national
Median hourly $12.51
10th percentile $22,360
90th percentile $35,090
Employed locally 50
National median $33,470

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,360
    25th
    $23,460
    50th (median)
    $26,030
    75th
    $28,620
    90th
    $35,090

    Top-paying metros for Animal Caretakers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    High Desert Utah nonmetropolitan area $49,980
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $43,670
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $42,590
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $39,460
    Napa, CA $38,770
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $38,420

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Childcare Workers$20,900
    Recreation Workers$25,580
    Gambling Service Workers, All Other$31,970
    First-Line Supervisors of Gambling Services Workers$61,090
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$26,080
    Personal Care and Service Workers, All Other$30,300

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Animal Caretakers make per hour in Central Louisiana?

    The median hourly wage for Animal Caretakers in Central Louisiana is $12.51, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.00 or more per hour.

    Is Central Louisiana above or below average for Animal Caretakers salaries?

    The median Animal Caretakers salary in Central Louisiana is 22.2% below the national median of $33,470. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Animal Caretakers in Central Louisiana?

    Entry-level Animal Caretakers (10th percentile) earn around $22,360 per year in Central Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $23,460.